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Lawrence County
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About Lawrence County, Pa
Lawrence County, Pennsylvania is located in Western Pa and was created on March 20, 1849 from parts
of Beaver and Mercer Counties. It was named after the USS Lawrence, Oliver Hazard Perry's original flagship at the at the Battle of Lake Erie during the War of 1812.
The USS Lawrence was named been named for Captain James Lawrence, a naval hero.
New Castle is the county seat.
My name is Jeanne and I am the host of
Lawrence County, Pennsylvania History and
Genealogy. I have been doing genealogy as a
hobbie for many years now. I have lived all
my life in Lawrence County.
I will adding much information and am looking
forward to hearing from anyone who would
also like to submit any genealogy materials.
Research requests are not being accepted at
this time. If you would like to submit any info
or have any questions or comments email
me.
Lawrence County Maps
Boroughs and Villages of Lawrence County
Valley Town (1940) A documentary on unemployment during the Great Depression, filmed in New Castle.
Download 20th century History of New Castle and Lawrence County,Pennsylvania and Representative Citizens (1908)
Other Community Profiles and Map
Townships Histories |
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Surrounding Counties | ||||
| Beaver County (South) |
| Mercer County (North) |
| Mahoning County, Ohio (West) |
| Butler County (East) |
| Columbiana County, Ohio (Southwest) |